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Bert Williams

Bert Williams

Biography

Bert Williams was a Bahamian-born American entertainer, one of the pre-eminent entertainers of the Vaudeville era and one of the most popular comedians for all audiences of his time. He is credited as being the first Black man to have the leading role in a film: Darktown Jubilee in 1914.

Personal Info

Known For

Acting

Known Credits

15

Gender

Male

Birthday

1874-11-12

Place of Birth

Nassau, British West Indies [now Bahamas]

Also Known As

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